HSTES 2026: Counselling, Seat Allotment, Eligibility, Cutoff and Colleges

HSTES (Haryana State Technical Education Society) is the official authority of the Haryana Government that conducts centralized online counselling for admissions to B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharmacy, Diploma Engineering, and Diploma Pharmacy courses across more than 290 AICTE-approved institutes in Haryana for the academic year 2026-27. Admissions to B.Tech programs are based on JEE Main 2026 scores, with the entire process managed through the official portal at techadmissionshry.gov.in. As of July 1, 2026, the HSTES Diploma Engineering Round 2 seat allotment is scheduled for today at 5:00 PM, while B.Tech and B.Arch Round 2 choice filling opens tomorrow on July 2, 2026.

• Diploma Engineering Round 2 Seat Allotment: Scheduled for today, July 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM on techadmissionshry.gov.in. Candidates who filled and locked choices between June 26–30 should log in to check their allotment. Those allotted a seat must report to their institute on July 2–3, 2026.
• B.Tech / B.Arch Round 2 Choice Filling: Opens on July 2, 2026 and closes on July 6, 2026 (11:59 PM). Both fresh candidates who missed Round 1 and Round 1 allottees seeking a seat upgrade can participate. More than 136 engineering colleges are available for choice filling.
• B.Tech / B.Arch Round 2 Seat Allotment: Expected on July 7, 2026. In 2025, the Round 2 result was declared within 1–2 days of the choice-filling window closing — a similar timeline is expected this year.
• Round 2 Reporting: Candidates allotted seats in B.Tech / B.Arch Round 2 must report to their respective institutes with all original documents between July 8–13, 2026. Missing the reporting deadline means forfeiture of the allotted seat.

What is HSTES 2026?

The Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) is the nodal body set up by the Government of Haryana to manage and regulate admissions to technical and professional programs in the state. HSTES does not conduct any entrance examination of its own. Instead, it uses scores from national-level exams — JEE Main for B.Tech and B.Arch, and Class 10 merit for Diploma programs — to run a centralized, transparent online counselling process.

For the academic year 2026-27, HSTES is conducting admissions across more than 290 AICTE-approved institutes in Haryana, covering government colleges, government-aided institutes, and private engineering colleges. The counselling portal is techadmissionshry.gov.in, where candidates register, fill college preferences, and check their seat allotment results.

Here is a quick summary of HSTES 2026:

Source: hstes.org.in

Courses Offered Through HSTES 2026

HSTES 2026 covers admissions to multiple undergraduate and diploma-level technical programs. Each course has a different admission basis. Here is the full overview:

Among all courses, B.Tech is the most popular through HSTES. More than 136 engineering colleges participate in Haryana B.Tech admissions, offering branches like Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Mechanical Engineering (ME), Civil Engineering (CE), Electrical Engineering (EE), Information Technology (IT), and more.

Diploma Engineering is the second most sought-after program. It is for candidates who passed Class 10 and want a direct technical qualification over three years without appearing in JEE Main.

HSTES 2026 Important Dates

The HSTES 2026 key dates were officially released on May 1, 2026 through the information brochure published on the official portal. Below are the complete schedules for B.Tech / B.Arch and Diploma Engineering counselling. Upcoming events appear first, followed by completed events.

B.Tech / B.Arch Counselling Schedule 2026

Diploma Engineering Counselling Schedule 2026

Note: The schedule is tentative and may be revised by HSTES at any stage. Always verify the latest dates on the official portal before taking any action.

Source: hstes.org.in/keydates

HSTES 2026 Round 2 Counselling

HSTES 2026 Round 2 counselling is the next critical step for B.Tech and B.Arch candidates. It gives a second opportunity both to candidates who were not allotted a seat in Round 1 and to those who want a seat upgrade. For Diploma Engineering, Round 2 is concluding today with the allotment result at 5:00 PM.

Round 2 Schedule — B.Tech / B.Arch

Who Can Participate in Round 2?

• Fresh candidates: Those who did not register in Round 1 can do a fresh registration from June 30 to July 6, 2026, and fill choices starting July 2.
• Round 1 non-allottees: Candidates who registered in Round 1 but did not receive any seat can participate in Round 2 without fresh registration.
• Round 1 allottees seeking upgrade: If you got a seat in Round 1 but want a better college or branch, fill new choices in Round 2. If you get a better seat, your Round 1 allotment is cancelled automatically. If not, your Round 1 seat stays.

Diploma Engineering — Round 2 Update (Today)

For Diploma Engineering candidates, the HSTES 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result is scheduled for July 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates who filled and locked choices between June 26–30 should log in to the official portal after 5:00 PM today to check their result. The Diploma Engineering Round 2 reporting window is July 2–3, 2026, concluding this phase of the Diploma counselling cycle.

Diploma Engineering candidates allotted a seat today must report to their institute by July 2–3, 2026. Keep all original documents ready. Missing the reporting window means losing the allotted seat.

Documents Required for HSTES 2026

You need to carry original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies when you report to your allotted institute. Missing even one critical document can delay or reject your admission at the institute level.

Mandatory Documents for All Candidates

• Class 10 marksheet and passing certificate (original + photocopy)
• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate (original + photocopy)
• JEE Main 2026 scorecard / rank card (for B.Tech and B.Arch via JEE Main route)
• NATA 2026 scorecard (for B.Arch candidates using the NATA route)
• Haryana domicile certificate (mandatory for 85% Haryana Domicile Quota seats)
• Character certificate from the last institution attended
• Passport-size photographs (at least 6 recent copies)
• HSTES registration confirmation slip (portal printout)
• HSTES seat allotment letter (portal printout generated after allotment)

Additional Documents (Where Applicable)

• SC / BC-A / BC-B certificate — must be issued by a competent Haryana authority
• EWS (Economically Weaker Section) certificate — for candidates claiming EWS reservation
• PH (Physically Handicapped) certificate — issued by civil surgeon
• ESM (Ex-Servicemen) certificate — for children of ex-servicemen
• FF (Freedom Fighter) certificate — for children of freedom fighters
• Single Girl Child certificate — if claiming this category benefit
• Migration certificate from previous school or college (if applicable)
• Gap year affidavit — if there is a gap between Class 12 and this admission year

All category certificates must be issued specifically by a Haryana-competent authority. Certificates from other states are not accepted for the Haryana Domicile Quota. Arrange Haryana-issued certificates well before your reporting date.

HSTES 2026 Seat Matrix

The HSTES 2026 seat matrix shows the total number of seats available in each participating institute, broken down by branch and category. The seat matrix is published on techadmissionshry.gov.in before counselling begins and is updated after each round as accepted seats are removed from the available pool.

Overall Seat Availability — Overview

• More than 136 engineering colleges participate in HSTES 2026 B.Tech admissions.
• More than 290 institutes participate across all courses including Diploma, B.Pharmacy, B.Arch, and Diploma Pharmacy.
• Seats span across government colleges, government-aided institutes, private AICTE-approved engineering colleges, and deemed universities in Haryana.

Category-Wise Seat Distribution (B.Tech)

The exact seat matrix with college-wise and branch-wise breakdowns is available on the official portal. You can check updated seat availability — reflecting what remains after Round 1 — at techadmissionshry.gov.in before filling your Round 2 choices.

Top Colleges Accepting HSTES 2026 Scores

More than 136 engineering colleges participate in HSTES 2026 B.Tech counselling across Haryana. The government universities and state engineering colleges are the most competitive because of their lower fees, campus facilities, and placement records.

Top Government / University Engineering Colleges in HSTES 2026

Why Government Colleges Are Most Competitive in HSTES 2026

• Lower fees: Annual tuition at government engineering colleges in Haryana is typically ₹40,000–₹80,000, compared to ₹80,000–₹1.5 lakh or more at private institutes.
• Stronger placements: Top IT, core engineering, and consulting firms recruit from Haryana government universities, especially YMCA, DCRUST, and GJU.
• Campus life: Government university campuses offer hostels, sports facilities, and well-equipped labs that most private colleges cannot match at the same fee level.
• AIC access: Only government colleges offer the 15% All India Category seats, making them the only HSTES route for non-Haryana candidates.

For the complete list of all 136+ participating engineering colleges, including private institutes, visit techadmissionshry.gov.in. The portal lets you filter colleges by city, college type (government or private), and branch.

Tips for Choice Filling in HSTES 2026

Round 2 choice filling for B.Tech and B.Arch opens on July 2, 2026. Whether you are filling choices for the first time or trying to upgrade your Round 1 seat, these tips will help you use Round 2 effectively.

1. Study Last Year’s Cutoffs Before Adding Any Choice

Visit techadmissionshry.gov.in and look up the 2025 opening and closing ranks for the colleges and branches you want. If your JEE Main rank is well within last year’s closing rank, that choice is safe. Near the closing rank means borderline. Far above means it is a reach choice. Base your strategy on this data, not guesswork.

2. Fill as Many Choices as Possible

There is no charge per choice and no limit on how many you can add. Aim for at least 20–30 preferences covering different colleges and branches. If you only fill 5 choices and none of them work out at your rank, you miss a seat you could have had at choice number 18. More choices means a safer net.

3. Order Your Choices by True Preference

Put your most preferred college-branch combination first. The system works strictly in the order you submit. If you accidentally rank your second preference first, you could get that seat and miss your actual favourite. Review the order very carefully before locking.

4. Think Carefully About College Versus Branch

This is the most common dilemma in HSTES choice filling. CSE at a top government college like YMCA or DCRUST fills at very competitive ranks. If your rank is borderline for CSE there, consider ECE or IT at the same college. A top college with ECE often leads to better outcomes than CSE at a weaker private institute.

5. Do Not Ignore Strong Private Colleges

Some reputed private engineering colleges in Haryana — especially in Gurugram and Faridabad — have strong industry connections and placement support. If you have Haryana domicile, add a few good private college choices as backup options in the lower half of your preference list.

6. Non-Haryana Candidates — Focus on AIC Seats

If you do not have Haryana domicile, fill choices only for the 15% All India Category seats in government engineering colleges. These are your only eligible seats through HSTES. Use the 2025 AIC cutoffs from the portal to identify which college-branch combinations are realistic for your rank.

7. Lock Before the Deadline — Do Not Rely on Auto-Lock

Choice locking closes on July 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The portal auto-locks your last saved preferences if you miss the deadline, but this is risky if you have unsaved edits or a poorly ordered list. Lock manually at least several hours before midnight on July 6.

8. Get Documents Ready Right Now

If Round 2 gives you a seat (expected allotment July 7), you must report to your institute by July 13, 2026 — just six days later. Gather all original documents right now so you are not scrambling after the allotment result.